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Project

RU: Hughes: Field Test of Internet-Based Safer and Stronger Program for Women with Disabilities

Center:

MT-University of Montana Rural Institute, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2013

Contact Information:

Rosemary Hughes
[email protected]
406-243-2898

Project Description:

Portland State University holds the primary grant and the work by the University of Montana on the project is funded via subcontract and involves a randomized, controlled trial to test the efficacy of the internet-based Safer and Stronger Program (SSP) with 390 women with diverse disabilities to be recruited by centers for independent living in Montana, Arkansas, and Arizona. The single-session SSP provides information about interpersonal violence, risk factors, and safety-promoting strategies while integrating survivor stories and affirming narration. It is expected that results from this study will have significant policy implications for the safety and well-being of women with disabilities and Deaf women.

Keyword(s):

Abuse education; safety promoting strategies; deaf; women

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Disadvantaged Circumstances, Geographic Areas, Reservation, Rural/Remote, Urban

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National